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Industrial Mechanics Applied Certificate


Location(s):  Delivery details below

The Industrial Mechanics applied certificate program may be offered at all SIAST campuses subject to a needs assessment. It is also delivered off campus through continuing education.

Length: 17 weeks


Career Opportunities

Industrial mechanics are also known by other trade names (i.e., maintenance mechanics, millwrights or machine repairmen). Graduates may find employment in commercial or industrial operations that use machinery. These include wood, cereal, meat processing and power generating plants, hard rock and potash mines, mills and refineries.

Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Please contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) for further information.

For more information about career opportunities related to this program, contact Student Employment Services at the campus nearest you.


Program Details

Start Date(s): Varies

For more information, contact:
  • Mic MacDonald (Kelsey Campus) at (306) 659-4102
  • Don McPherson (Palliser Campus) at (306) 691-8264
  • Jim Marcia (Wascana Campus) at (306) 775-7484
  • Al Willms (Woodland Campus) at (306) 765-1613

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Admission Requirements



Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through a special admission assessment. Interested individuals should still apply. Applicants are automatically considered for special admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met. Refer to the ACCUPLACER© cut scores and Post Secondary Success Requirements for this program below, and review additional details concerning Special Admission.



ACCUPLACER ©     

ACCUPLACER© Cut Scores
for this program

65Arithmetic
65Reading
60Sentence
Post-Secondary Success

Post-Secondary Success Requirements
for this program

One year post-secondary studies


Admission Method

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Learning Method(s)

SIAST offers a variety of learning methods for course delivery. The following learning methods are available for some of the courses in this program.
      Classroom
      Work Experience

Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.


Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) Availability

SIAST recognizes that adults learn in many different ways and through many different means. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.





Transfer Credit

Many SIAST students benefit from transferring credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit from or to another college or university. To learn more, visit our transfer credit web page.



  • DRFT 102  Drafting and Blueprint Reading
  • You will acquire sufficient drafting and blueprint reading skills to produce acceptable shop drawings.

    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • INDM 111  Lubrication, Bearings and Seals
  • You will learn theory and application of lubrication, bearings and seals as it applies to power transmissions.

    3.0 Credit Units
    52.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • MATH 107  Industrial Mechanics, Applied Certificate Trade
    Mathematics
  • The course reviews basic mathematical concepts and introduces mathematical concepts that support applications in the Industrial Mechanics trade.

    2.0 Credit Units
    30.0 Lecture hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory


  • METL 105  Metallurgy and Fabrication
  • You will learn theory and practical application of metallurgy for steels. You will learn theoretical and practical fabrication techniques.

    3.0 Credit Units
    52.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • RIGG 100  Rigging/Installation/Alignment
  • You will develop skills in lifting and shifting loads of different shapes and sizes. It will prepare you to work safely. You will learn to install and align equipment.

    3.0 Credit Units
    52.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • TOOL 114  Hand Tools
  • You will learn the theoretical and practical application of hand tools.

    7.0 Credit Units
    104.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • TOOL 115  Assembly and Measuring Tools
  • You will experience the theoretical and practical application of assembly tools and precision measuring tools.

    3.0 Credit Units
    52.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • TOOL 116  Power Tools
  • You will learn theory and practical operation of grinders, drills and threading machines.

    3.0 Credit Units
    52.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab


  • WLDR 103  Welding and Cutting
  • You will study the basics of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding. You will learn to safely use and store material involved with these operations.

    2.0 Credit Units
    26.0 Other hours

    Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab

    Equivalent Course(s):   WELD 103   


  • WORK 117  Work Experience
  • You will participate in a work placement to further your understanding of workplace employer needs.

    0.0 Credit Units
    60.0 Lab hours

    Learning Method(s): Work Experience - Group



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